Hohmann & Barnard, Inc. 
CONCRETE INSERTS Wedge Inserts The wedge shaped inside surface of the insert in conjunction with the askew head bolt produces an automatic tightening action when a load is placed on the bolt. The wedge action reduces any slippage to a minimum. Inserts: Malleable iron plain or hot dip galvanized. Askew Head Bolts, Nuts & Washers: Plain or zinc plated (stainless steel available on special order). Insert #380-D The 380-D insert is a heavy malleable iron adjustable insert that is shipped complete with a nut that slides along an integral track. Nuts are available for 1/2 in., 5/8 in. or 3/4 in. bolts Loads Using One 3/4 in. Nut in Insert Inserts: Plain or hot dip galvanized. Square Nuts: Plain or zinc plated (stainless steel nuts available on special order). Insert #380-E This insert is an extra-heavy malleable iron casting which has been engineered to provide greater load capacities required by today's larger structural elements. The 380-E insert is available with nuts for 7/8 in. or 1 in. diameter bolts. Loads Using a 1 in. Nut in Insert Working load—8,000 lbs. Inserts: Plain or hot dip galvanized. Square Nuts: Plain or zinc plated (stainless steel nuts available on special order). Stainless Steel Insert #380-S The 380-S insert is a welded insert manufactured from type 304 stainless steel plate. The slot is 5 1/2 in. long and will provide up to 4 1/4 in. of adjustment. The stainless steel nuts are available tapped for 1/4 in., 3/8 in., 1/2 in. or 3/4 in. diameter bolts, #380 stainless steel insert is recommended for use in corrosive environments where potential rust from an iron insert could bleed onto precast or stone facades. |